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Vinyl chloride, also known as chloroethene, is an organochlorine compound with the chemical formula C2H3Cl. It is a colorless gas at room temperature, highly flammable, and possesses a sweet odor. The primary use of vinyl chloride is in the production of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a widely used plastic. This polymerization process transforms the reactive vinyl chloride monomer into a stable polymer chain. PVC finds applications in a vast array of products, including pipes, window frames, flooring, electrical insulation, and packaging.

Vinyl chloride is synthesized industrially through several methods, most commonly by the oxychlorination of ethylene or by the direct chlorination of ethylene followed by dehydrochlorination of the resulting 1,2-dichloroethane. Due to its significant industrial importance, the production and handling of vinyl chloride are subject to stringent safety regulations.

Exposure to vinyl chloride is a concern because it is a known human carcinogen. Chronic exposure has been linked to an increased risk of liver cancer, specifically angiosarcoma. Occupational exposure limits are in place to minimize worker contact in manufacturing and processing facilities. While its use in consumer products is generally as polymerized PVC, where the monomer is bound and less mobile, concerns about potential residual monomer levels or degradation products persist in some applications. Environmental release can occur during production, transportation, and disposal.